Suboxone Doctors in Nashville, TN

Battling an addiction to opioids is a challenge for even the strongest individual. Suboxone---a medication designed to treat addiction---provides relief from the symptoms associated with opiate dependence. The medication reduces withdrawals, making the initial recovery process easier to endure. Nashville residents can find several medical programs that deliver assistance with managing opiate addiction.

The drug Suboxone contains two ingredients that help fight opioid addiction: naloxone and buprenorphine hydrochloride. Naloxone combats Suboxone abuse and buprenorphine hydrochloride controls pain and suppresses opioid cravings. Suboxone does not produce a euphoric effect, which prevents dependence. Consequently, Suboxone delivers several benefits over methadone as a treatment for chemical dependence.

For example, because naloxone prevents Suboxone dependence, federal regulation is not as important as with methadone; patients can take prescriptions in the privacy of their homes and devote more time to work and family life. The drug suppresses withdrawal and cravings, which help improve the success rates of treatment programs.

Nashville residents can participate in a number of recovery programs. The Vanderbilt Addiction Center---a highly rated facility---delivers a range of support services, including research, training and clinical care. The clinical program delivers relapse prevention, group therapy and medical supervision. The Cumberland Heights Alcohol and Drug Treatment program offers treatment for men, women and juveniles and provides intensive outpatient services. You can choose from 55 doctors and four clinics approved by the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration.

Fighting addiction is tough, but you don't have to do it alone. Contact a Nashville doctor today. Choose a doctor from the list below or use the search feature above to begin your recovery.